USC Salkehatchie volleyball earned Region 10 Division I runner-up honors, securing a bid to the district playoffs. The team will face Miami Dade on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 11: 00 am. Martina Sommaruga led Salkehatchie in kills, Brielle Krause led in assists and Bella Mathews led in aces during the regional tournament. The runner-up finish marks an accomplishment for the team and an opportunity to extend its postseason run. Salkehatchie now turns its attention to preparing for th

USC Salkehatchie volleyball celebrated five All-Region selections and a semifinal victory to advance to the Region 10 Division I championship match. Martina Sommaruga earned Region 10 Division I Player of the Year honors. In total, two Salkehatchie players were named first-team All-Region, while three earned second-team recognition. Following a closely contested opening set, Salkehatchie found its confidence in the second and carried that momentum through the third to secure

USC Salkehatchie volleyball fell 3–2 to USC Lancaster in a five-set conference matchup. Despite the loss, Salkehatchie maintained its conference position after winning the teams’ two previous meetings this season. Lancaster’s scrappy play and strong performance in the middle proved challenging for Salkehatchie. “Came up short against Lancaster last night,” said head coach Dani Aquino. “They were surprisingly scrappy and had a middle that we couldn't stop.” The result marked L

USC Salkehatchie volleyball celebrated its 2026 Sophomore Night with a 3–1 victory over USC Union, securing the No. 2 spot in the conference. Salkehatchie delivered a scrappy performance, battling through rallies with determined defense and impressive saves. Freshman Lo Bernardo led the team offensively while also making key defensive plays, repeatedly putting her body on the line to keep seemingly impossible balls in play. “So proud of my girls tonight solidifying the #2 spo

USC Salkehatchie volleyball took a set from conference-undefeated USC Sumter in a 3–1 loss Monday night during the teams’ third and final regular-season conference meeting. After falling in straight sets in their previous two matchups, Salkehatchie’s performance showed the team’s continued progress. “I think my team battled for every point last night,” the coach said. “We continue to put in work to get better. Every single day, every match. That really showed last night in ho

USC Salkehatchie volleyball earned another conference victory Tuesday night, winning 3–0 to record its first sweep of the season. Alessia Ciotti and Martina Sommaruga led the team with five service aces each. Ciotti also tied Heloisa Bernardo for the team lead in kills, with seven apiece. Leyna Wierzbicki anchored the net with five solo blocks, while setter Brielle Krause contributed 15 assists. “Another huge conference win for us as we battle our way to the top,” said head c

An opening-set loss couldn’t slow USC Salkehatchie volleyball for long. The team rallied to take the next three sets against USC Union, securing a 3–1 victory and another big conference win. Union controlled the net early, using strong attacks and blocks to put Salkehatchie on its heels. But a reset between sets changed the momentum. “For set 2 we regrouped, changed our tactics, and walked onto the court, determined, focused, and locked in,” the coach said. The next three set

USC Salkehatchie volleyball added another conference win, defeating USC Lancaster 3–1. USC Lancaster came out strong, looking to end its losing streak against Salkehatchie. But the team met that challenge with focus and energy, staying locked in on every play, every ball and every point to earn the victory. Freshman middle hitter Alessia Ciotti made her presence felt at the net, posting a .400 hitting percentage. Martina Sommaruga delivered from the service line with a team-h

USC Salkehatchie Volleyball made program history by defeating Wake Technical Community College for the first time during a tri-match that also featured Fayetteville Technical Community College. Salkehatchie opened the day against Fayetteville Tech with a strong first-set victory before falling in the next three sets. Gabriella Zezza led the offense with seven kills, Brielle Krause led the team in service aces and Martina Sommaruga recorded 24 digs. “The skill level of my team

USC Salkehatchie Volleyball showed determination in a 3–0 loss to USC Sumter on Monday night. The team battled hard in a competitive opening set and continued working together throughout the match. Ryder Bozeman delivered a strong defensive performance at the net with multiple blocks, while Gabi Zezza led the team with a .333 hitting percentage. The match offered valuable experience as Salkehatchie continues building consistency and strengthening its mental game. With two mor

USC Salkehatchie Volleyball secured its first conference win of the season with a thrilling 3–2 victory over USC Union. The match was a battle from beginning to end, with the teams trading points throughout all five sets. USC Salkehatchie remained focused under pressure and pulled together when it mattered most to earn the hard-fought win. “It was an absolute battle all five sets,” said the coach. “We went point for point, but in the end, we wanted it more and locked in to ea

USC Salkehatchie Volleyball faced a challenging Paine College offense during Tuesday night’s home opener. Defending against a front row featuring players with vertical jumps exceeding 19 inches proved difficult, and Salkehatchie needed the first two sets to overcome its nerves and settle into its game. By the third set, Salkehatchie found its rhythm and began converting more balls into successful plays. Competing point for point on its home court, the team pushed Paine to the

USC Salkehatchie Volleyball earned its first win of the season in a nail-biting five-set match against Rockingham Community College before falling to Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute later in the day. Setters Brielle Krause and Sofia Remedios delivered outstanding performances, showcasing their athleticism throughout both matches. The duo consistently provided quality sets to Salkehatchie’s hitters and saved countless plays. “It felt amazing earning our firs

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has released its 2025–26 Academic All-American selections, celebrating student-athletes and programs that maintain exceptional grade point averages while competing at the collegiate level. Twenty-two student-athletes from the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie have been named to this year’s academic teams for earning a two-term GPA of 3.60 or higher.

The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie is pleased to announce the appointment of Coach Dani Aquino as interim athletic director and Coach Ashleigh Anderson as interim assistant athletic director. The appointments ensure strong leadership and operational continuity for the university’s sports programs and student-athletes. "I am grateful to both Coach Aquino and Coach Anderson for their willingness to serve," said Dean April Cone. "I am confident in their ability to pro

WALTERBORO, S.C. — USC Salkehatchie is proud to announce that 20 student-athletes have been named to the Region 10 All-Academic Team for the Fall 2025 semester. This honor recognizes the hard work and dedication of student-athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom. The balance required to earn this honor has not gone unnoticed. "We are proud of our student-athletes for their outstanding academic achievement," said Dean April Cone. "Their success in the class

The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie is proud to announce that four of its volleyball players have been honored for their exceptional performance this season by being selected to the NJCAA All-Region 10 Team . This recognition highlights the talent and dedication within the USC Salkehatchie volleyball program. USC Salkehatchie Honorees Two players were named First Team All-Region , a testament to their dominant play throughout the season: Martina Sommaruga Madison Ta

The USC Salkehatchie volleyball team wrapped up its 2025 season with a loss to rival USC Lancaster in the opening round of the NJCAA Region 10 Tournament. Despite their efforts, the team was defeated in three straight sets (0-3). Tournament Match Highlights While the scoreboard favored USCL, the match was a grueling, point-for-point contest that reflected the competitive spirit of the Salkehatchie squad. Key players stepped up to deliver significant performances in the final

The Salkehatchie volleyball team showcased a thrilling performance against last year’s conference champion, USC Lancaster, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in a highly competitive match. While the Indians ultimately fell in four sets (1-3), the level of play marked a significant stride for the program. Salkehatchie came out strong, taking the first set from the visiting conference champions before engaging in a point-for-point battle over the final three sets. “This was easily t